University of Nevada, Reno

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At the University of Nevada, Reno, history meets innovation. Traditional red-brick buildings from the 1800s sit alongside 21st-century cutting-edge research facilities. We’ve invested nearly a billion dollars into expanding our campus in the past decade — all in an effort to provide you with the tools, resources, and services that create a world-class learning experience.

  • #192 in National Universities

    U.S. News & World Report, 2026

  • R1 Very High Research Activity

    Carnegie Classification

International Graduate Programs

In collaboration with the University of Nevada, Reno, Shorelight has created a suite of programs that are both challenging and engaging, with the goal of providing a world-class support system and a personalized experience for international students. Students will be placed in the appropriate program track based on their individual criteria.

Important Dates

Fall 2026

Application Deadline

June 1, 2026

I-20 Transfer Deadline

June 1, 2026

Payment Deadline

July 31, 2026

Arrival & Mandatory Check-in Date

August 14, 2026